At home employment opportunities has definitely exploded, providing us easier access to a wide array of legit online jobs. A virtual career can now be possible for people like me who dream of an out of the box approach of earning a living at the comforts of their own home. I don't know about some people, but being a hands on parent is a choice, and not an easy one to make. Being present and not missing on anything down to the smallest detail of our children's lives is important to both me and Mr. D, working at home is the only option for us.
Check out Elance.com, it provides job positions such as:
- Virtual Assistant.
- Medical Transcriptionist.
- Translator.
- Web Developer/Designer.
- Call Center Representative.
- Tech Support Specialist.
- Travel Agent.
- Teacher.
- Writer/Editor.
to name a few. There are NO sign up fees. Beware of online job SCAMS, there are many. You just need a laptop, fast internet connection and skills. Sign up for free on their website, complete your profile (make sure it's 100% in completeness) and you're good to go. Browse through thousands of job postings available within your skill set. It's also a good idea to attend their free webinars for new freelancers. Work differently with Elance.
If you are a stay at home mom who can't fathom leaving her kids to work, a retiry, a student who wants to earn part time, or you simply want to spend more time with your family, then a virtual career might just be perfect for you.
An online job will surely save you time and money on transport, ultimately stretching your peso. 
References:
http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/10-best-and-real-work-at-home-jobs-1.aspx
http://www.forbes.com/sites/jennagoudreau/2011/09/27/the-best-paying-work-at-home-jobs/
http://www.elance.com
http://www.aarp.org/work/working-after-retirement/info-10-2013/great-athome-jobs.html
https://www.facebook.com/Elance
